Having A Baby In China Podcast
Having a baby overseas can be scary. We're here to help! In the Having A Baby In China Podcast, Certified Breastfeeding Counselor Jacquelyn Carman (CBC, CBI) and Certified Birth Doula Ruth Greene (CD, CBI), share their hard-won wisdom and insights gained from personal experience and combined decades of coming alongside women and international couples during the pre- peri- and post-natal periods of their childbearing journeys while living in the People's Republic of China. Join Jacquelyn, Ruth, and their guests as they relate true, personal stories of birthing babies and raising kids while living abroad in the Middle Kingdom.
Episodes
Tune in to this episode to hear about how Libby navigated the sudden arrival of her first baby by cesarean, a NICU stay with a happy ending, and the process that went into her deciding on and planning for a second cesarean for her next baby. Many thanks to Libby for sharing her story with our listeners!
To contact with Libby, you can add her on WeChat or email Ruth or Jacquelyn.
WeChat ID: Libbyxo
Happy Holidays from HABIC! Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) wish you a Very Merry Season while discussing their own experiences of spending holidays with extended family while traveling and caring for a newborn. Lots of great nuggets in this bite-sized episode, so we invite you to give it a listen while you relax this season, wherever you are in the world!
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This week, Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) discuss what you can expect in your birthing experience in China when you plan to deliver by C-section. They focus on details and facts, skipping over why an individual might choose to plan a C-section to focus on what's important to "know before you go", including some considerations when evaluating potential deliver sites. If you know a C-section is in your future (and may...
In this episode, Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) discuss what a typical induction looks like in China. They focus on details and facts, from factors surrounding the decision to induce to the literal days it may take for the process to be successful. If an induction may be a possibility for you or your partner, you'll definitely want to listen to this episode!
Plus, Jacquelyn reads more encouraging review from our listener...
Join Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) for the start of their new series exploring what different birthing experiences might look like in China. In Part 1, the ladies discuss what "standard" labor looks like in China and what you can expect going in. There's a ton of great information here that you'll want to hear!
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We're Back!
Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) are back for a the third season of all-new birth stories, fresh advice, and their signature cozy conversational style. So brew yourself a cuppa, wrap up in a warm something, and settle in. Great things are coming!
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In this Part 2 of their birth story, Nicky and Matt share about the end of their pregnancy, the birth and the postpartum period, along with what it was like to work with a (virtual) doula and an IBCLC.
In the 36th week of pregnancy Nicky was diagnosed with gestational hypertension that quickly progressed into pre-eclampsia. From an induction, to jaundice, to the NICU, to breastfeeding struggles, Nicky and Matt share the good, th...
In this Part 1 of their story, Nicky and Matt share their experience receiving a devastating diagnosis during the second trimester of their pregnancy. Their much-desired daughter, Lucy, has Trisomy-9, a chromosomal disorder that is often incompatible with life. Language barriers, Nicky’s rare blood type, and many other factors complicate their journey. We are so thankful to Nicky and Matt for sharing their story with our listeners.
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In this week's episode, Jacquelyn (IBCLC) & Ruth (CBD) discuss an important but often overlooked aspect of choosing the right birthing assistance for you: certification. Specifically, they discuss what it takes to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) like Jacquelyn, and what that certification means for the prospective breastfeeding parent. This is one highly informative episode you need to h...
Comfort Measures During Birth | EP27
Jacquelyn & Ruth dive into the topic of comfort measures during the birthing process--what are they, how can they help, and what are some simple & easy items you can throw in your hospital bag for your next trip to Labor & Delivery. Download or print out the accompanying pdf here: HABIC Comfort Measures Packing List
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In this double birth story episode, Rebekah shares the similarities and differences between her two pregnancies, births, and breastfeeding experiences. In addition, she vulnerably addresses cultural issues that came up with her Chinese in-laws, the struggle she felt in bonding with her daughter, and what it was like to introduce her son to his big sister! This episode is packed full of laughs, unexpected turns, and insightful tips ...
Jacquelyn and Ruth share their experiences and the top 5 things which surprised them when they first visited and gave birth in Chinese hospitals. There's something for everyone here, whether you're going for a checkup, a major procedure, or giving birth!
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In the first episode of Season 2 of the Having a Baby in China Podcast, Jacquelyn and Ruth report back on the last 6 months, including which of their "Time Tested Tips for Traveling with Tiny Tots" were most effective.
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In this finale of the first season of the HABIC podcast, Jacquelyn and Ruth draw on their shared wisdom of experiences traveling internationally with children and offer some time-tested tips they've used to make the journey go smoother.
Enjoy this final episode of the first season of the Having a Baby in China Podcast, and we'll be back in the Fall with more great content, including interviews and lots of need-to-know in...
In this candid conversation, Louise, Jacquelyn and Ruth discuss why the AAP and NICE have differing recommendations regarding co-sleeping; the varied definitions of co-sleeping, bed sharing, and surface sharing; and how to minimize risks wherever and however you choose for your baby to sleep.
Trigger Warning:
As necessary for this discussion, we frequently talk about infant cot death and how to lower a baby’s risk of SUIDS. If a...
Join Jacquelyn & Ruth as they answer YOUR listener submitted questions on topics ranging from what diagnostic tests are necessary during pregnancy to permitted practices surrounding alcohol and breastfeeding to how and when you should consider weaning. Get ready for some real talk from the Ladies of HABIC!
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Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of potentially triggering topics including mental health, depression, suicidal ideation, and infant mortality. Listener discretion is advised.
Join Jacquelyn & Ruth in their frank discussion with psychologist Mirian Bonomi, LP, MS, about perinatal depression and other mood disorders. Learn the difference between post-partum depression vs "baby blues", how to spot red ...
Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and settle in with the Ladies of HABIC in this double-length episode where Jacquelyn & Ruth interview two-time mom and China birth veteran Jordyn on the importance of advocating for oneself in the lead-up to giving birth in a Chinese hospital, especially if your goal is "as natural as possible". You don't want to miss this one!
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Talking Everything YueSao | EP18
From common questions like "What is zuo yuezi?" and "Do I need a YueSao?" to the pros and cons of a YueSao Center, Jacquelyn and Ruth deep dive into this oft-requested cultural topic.
Further Reading from the National Library of Medicine:
Follow along with Jacquelyn & Ruth as they answer YOUR listener submitted questions.
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